Quickstart Guide

Get up and running with Plugindash in minutes

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1. Create Your Account

Start by signing up for a Plugindash account. It's quick, easy, and free to get started.

  1. Visit our registration page
  2. Enter your email address and choose a secure password
  3. Verify your email address
  4. Complete your profile with your name and company information

2. Upload Your Plugin

Once your account is set up, you can upload your first WordPress plugin.

  1. Log in to your Plugindash dashboard
  2. Click on "Add New Plugin" in the sidebar
  3. Upload your plugin ZIP file
  4. Fill in the plugin details (name, description, version, etc.)
  5. Set your pricing model (free, one-time fee, or subscription)
  6. Click "Publish" to make your plugin live

3. Set Up Automatic Updates

Configure your plugin to use Plugindash's automatic update system.

  1. In your plugin's PHP file, include the Plugindash SDK
  2. Initialize the SDK with your plugin's unique identifier
  3. Set up the update checker in your plugin's main file
  4. Test the update process by releasing a new version

For detailed instructions, see our Automatic Updates guide.

4. Monitor Your Plugin

Use Plugindash's analytics to track your plugin's performance and user base.

  • View installation statistics
  • Monitor active installations
  • Track revenue for paid plugins
  • Analyze user feedback and ratings